LA0029 over Bayou Choupique
GoodEvangeline Parish, Louisiana · 4.9 Miles NE of LA 13 · Structure no. 032002030200891
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,489
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA0029 over Bayou Choupique is a concrete culvert carrying LA0029 over Bayou Choupique in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,489 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,637 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA0029 over Bayou Choupique built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA0029 over Bayou Choupique in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does LA0029 over Bayou Choupique carry?
About 1,489 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is LA0029 over Bayou Choupique?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns LA0029 over Bayou Choupique?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.